Author: Abdul Vasi

Alright, let’s talk about that financial tightrope we all seem to be walking on. You know, the one where you’re trying to balance paying bills with also trying to save for the future, all while trying to have a life in between. It’s like being in a constant tug-of-war with your money, and it often feels as though you are destined to always be one step behind. If my finances were a Bollywood movie, it would be one of those dramatic thrillers where the hero is constantly battling against the odds, and just barely managing to make ends meet. My…

Alright, let’s talk about budgeting. Just the word itself is enough to make most of us cringe, right? It brings to mind images of spreadsheets, restrictions, and that dreaded feeling of being constantly deprived of the things we actually want. If budgeting were a Bollywood character, it would be that strict sasuma (mother-in-law) who is always disapproving, constantly telling you what you can and can’t do. My financial life, when I attempted to budget, felt like a never-ending saas-bahu saga – filled with constant restrictions, constant fights, and constant stress, and it was a cycle that I was desperately trying to break free from.…

Alright, let’s talk about that monster lurking in the shadows of most of our lives: debt. It’s that nagging feeling that’s always there, reminding us of the money we owe, the bills we need to pay, and the financial freedom that always seems just out of reach. If my debt were a Bollywood villain, it would be that chindi chor (petty thief) character who was always scheming to steal my peace of mind and my hard-earned money. My financial situation felt like a never-ending saas-bahu (mother-in-law and daughter-in-law) drama, filled with constant conflict and no real resolution. I was always juggling bills, making payments,…

Alright, let’s talk about the one thing that can make our hearts sing (or sink, depending on the situation): our bank accounts. You know that feeling when you log in to check your balance, and you’re either greeted with a delightful surprise or a heart-stopping horror? Well, for most of my life, it’s been more of the latter. My bank account was like that stubborn bhindi (okra) dish that no matter how hard you try, just won’t budge. It was as predictable as a Bollywood love triangle, and as exciting as watching paint dry. Every month, I’d meticulously plan my budget, follow…

Alright, let’s be real for a moment. I’m not exactly what you’d call a “go-getter” when it comes to anything that involves strenuous effort. If there were an Olympic event for finding the most comfortable spot on the couch, I’d probably be a strong contender for gold. My philosophy in life is simple: if you can achieve something with minimal effort, why not go for it? I’m all about finding shortcuts, hacks, and the path of least resistance. So, when I say I’ve cracked the code for saving money without breaking a sweat, trust me, I’ve done my research (mostly…

Alright, let’s get something straight. If your bank account is constantly looking like it’s gone through a tornado, you’re not alone. Most of us, myself included, have this annoying habit of throwing money away without even realizing it. It’s like we’re all starring in our own personal financial tamasha (spectacle), where money magically disappears faster than gulab jamuns at a wedding feast. If my bank account were a Bollywood movie, it would be a horror flick, where all my hard-earned money is being chased by some invisible, money-eating monster, and there’s no hero in sight to save the day. I used to constantly wonder…

Alright, let’s get down to brass tacks, shall we? Let’s talk about the thing that makes our heart race (or maybe sink a little): money. Or, more specifically, the lack of it. A year ago, I was, for lack of a better word, broke. Not just “waiting for payday” broke, but “eating Maggi for every meal” broke. My bank account was emptier than a politician’s promise, and my financial situation was about as exciting as watching paint dry. I felt like I was trapped in a never-ending episode of “Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi”, but instead of family drama, it was financial…

Alright, let’s talk about something that most of us pretend doesn’t exist, but secretly obsesses us every single day: money. Or rather, how little of it we seem to have left at the end of the month. It’s like there’s some kind of magical money-eating monster hiding in our bank accounts, devouring every hard-earned rupee the moment it appears. I used to feel like I was in a constant battle with my finances; trying to make ends meet, and feeling as if I was constantly trying to put out a financial fire, with just a small cup of water. My…

Alright, let’s talk about the unexpected, shall we? The curveballs life throws at you when you least expect them. I’m not talking about finding a ₹100 note in your old jeans (though, let’s be real, that’s a pretty good feeling too!). I’m talking about those moments when you stumble upon something so surprising, so transformative, that it completely changes the trajectory of your life. If my life were a Bollywood movie, this would be that scene where the ordinary hero suddenly discovers his superpowers and saves the day, while everyone else stands there, mouths agape in astonishment. I was just…